Plastic Vortex: A Growing Threat to Our Oceans

The “plastic vortex” is a hauntingly accurate term for the swirling masses of plastic and other debris that accumulate in the world\'s oceans. Often referred to as the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch,” the largest and most well-known plastic vortex is located in the North Pacific Ocean, but similar gyres of waste exist in other oceanic regions. These vast concentrations of floating plastic debris result from the convergence of ocean currents, trapping waste materials and creating an environmental...